How the Georgia conflict impacts U.S.-Russian relations
Without a doubt, the situation in Georgia will change the U.S.-Russian dynamic. The former U.S. ambassador to Russia explains how.
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The security benefits of a Fissile Material Cutoff Treaty
Halting the production of fissile material would strengthen the nonproliferation regime, reduce the risk of nuclear terrorism, and help achieve nuclear disarmament.
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The need for an Arab presence in international negotiations with Iran
If negotiations with Iran to give up its nuclear ambitions are to be successful, Tehran's regional neighbors must take a seat at the table.
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The rebirth of Russia's closed cities
Infused with oil and natural gas profits and tasked with a robust civil nuclear energy agenda, Russia's once-beleaguered closed cities are being transformed.
Can the U.S. military move to renewable fuels?
Efforts to replace oil in the military services have been haphazard, what the Pentagon really needs is a comprehensive energy policy for the future.
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Where the presidential candidates stand on energy policy
Energy policy has become a vital issue in the 2008 presidential campaign, with each candidate offering their own prescriptions. But here's why one candidate is stronger than the other.
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China's strategies to combat climate change
While China continues to rely predominantly on coal-generated power, Beijing has made impressive gains in alternative energy and efficiencies.
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Carbon tax vs. cap-and-trade
For those looking to reduce the nation's carbon footprint, it's either cap-and-trade or carbon taxes. But there are benefits and drawbacks to each. Our experts discuss them and what it will take for the market to impact global warming.
Cleaning up Serbia's nuclear legacy
The most expensive cleanup in IAEA history is underway in Serbia. Yet, funding is still required to remove poorly stored spent fuel and a mothballed research reactor.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report: Global nuclear power
The nuclear power industry is in a state of global decline--a situation that isn't going to change in the foreseeable future.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report: Asia
Asia is viewed as the region poised to jump-start the global nuclear revival. But even there, substantial roadblocks to nuclear growth exist.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report: Western Europe
As nuclear power's contribution declines in Europe's overall energy mix, efforts to build new plants are being met with legislative and technical delays.
The military application of neuroscience research
Defense officials have dreamt up a range of uses for neuroscience research aimed at monitoring brain function and affecting brain performance in humans and animals alike. Yet, the impact of this research is just beginning to become apparent.
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The role of bats in disease transmission
Bats are a Halloween fixture given their vampiric lore, but a better understanding of their ecology, biology, and immunology could aid public health.
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Improving the Select Agent Program
Congress should balance biosecurity demands with the need to develop vaccines and medicines to treat the diseases caused by select agents.
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Acting to educate life scientists
Talking about the need for scientists to be aware of dual-use potentials is one thing; ensuring that they are is the more important step.
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The merits of a biochemical framework convention
Framework conventions are helping to guard against climate change and to protect biological diversity. Could one help prevent the misuse of the life sciences?
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Barack Obama's missile defense challenge
A new administration means a new opportunity to forge a U.S.-Russian missile defense cooperative in Europe. Getting there won't be easy, but it's not impossible.
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Profile
The role of bats in disease transmission
Bats are a Halloween fixture given their vampiric lore, but a better understanding of their ecology, biology, and immunology could aid public health.
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Profile
Acting to educate life scientists
Talking about the need for scientists to be aware of dual-use potentials is one thing; ensuring that they are is the more important step.
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Profile
Stabilizing U.S. stabilization and reconstruction efforts abroad
The conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have caused a bipartisan clamor for a civilian corps of U.S. nation builders--a good idea only if implemented properly.
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Profile
Where the presidential candidates stand on energy policy
Energy policy has become a vital issue in the 2008 presidential campaign, with each candidate offering their own prescriptions. But here's why one candidate is stronger than the other.
Features
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Joseph Rotblat's would-be advice to the new president
Whether it's Barack Obama or John McCain, the next U.S. president should heed the salient words of legendary anti-nuclear weapons advocate Joseph Rotblat.
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The security benefits of a Fissile Material Cutoff Treaty
Halting the production of fissile material would strengthen the nonproliferation regime, reduce the risk of nuclear terrorism, and help achieve nuclear disarmament.
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Can the U.S. military move to renewable fuels?
Efforts to replace oil in the military services have been haphazard, what the Pentagon really needs is a comprehensive energy policy for the future.
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Managing the global growth of nuclear energy
It's inevitable that nuclear power will expand globally, raising the danger of increased proliferation. The Bush administration pushed its controversial GNEP as a way to curtail the risks. But with that program looking less viable, how will the fuel cycle be managed going forward?
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Carbon tax vs. cap-and-trade
For those looking to reduce the nation's carbon footprint, it's either cap-and-trade or carbon taxes. But there are benefits and drawbacks to each. Our experts discuss them and what it will take for the market to impact global warming.
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The military application of neuroscience research
Defense officials have dreamt up a range of uses for neuroscience research aimed at monitoring brain function and affecting brain performance in humans and animals alike. Yet, the impact of this research is just beginning to become apparent.
Reports
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Testing the test ban treaty: Week three of the CTBTO inspection exercise in Kazakhstan
Although a fictional endeavor, the CTBTO exercise is helping the organization learn some valuable real-world lessons.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report: Western Europe
As nuclear power's contribution declines in Europe's overall energy mix, efforts to build new plants are being met with legislative and technical delays.
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Testing the test-ban treaty: Week two of the CTBTO inspection exercise in Kazakhstan
From the very spot where the Soviet Union once held many of its nuclear tests, the CTBTO is attempting to test its ability to prevent any future such activities.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report: Asia
Asia is viewed as the region poised to jump-start the global nuclear revival. But even there, substantial roadblocks to nuclear growth exist.
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Agreeing to disagree on nuclear rights
How can the international community limit access to the full nuclear fuel cycle, while protecting nations' rights to develop it? The Antarctic Treaty's framework may be a guide.
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2008 world nuclear industry status report
The nuclear power industry is in a state of global decline--a situation that isn't going to change in the foreseeable future.
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Peak oil
The end of easy energy may mean the beginning of a harsher world.
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A population strategy for the planet
Expanded education of women would help lower world population and limit future carbon emissions.
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Japan Steel Works adds $314 mln to boost output
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Clean Energy Confronts Messy Reality
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Latest Iran and Syria Safeguards Reports Circulated to IAEA Board
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Romania seals deal to build two nuclear reactors
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Finland and Sweden work together in burial of nuclear waste
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Greenpeace blockades ageing Spanish nuclear plant
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Coal power plan for nuclear site
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Korea, Brazil to Expand Cooperation in Bio Energy
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Waxman wins panel's support to chair House energy committee
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Iran Said to Have Nuclear Fuel for One Weapon
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US: Iran standoff with IAEA 'unfortunate and disappointing'